Is Cuba Safe for Solo Female Travelers?
Safety rating
Based on 24 experiences
Based on research and crime data
Safety overview
Safety at night:Safe
Public transportation: Safe
Street harassment: Moderate
Petty crimes:Low
Tap water:Very unsafe
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Overall rating
based on 24 experiences
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Solo travel experience
Cuba was one of my favorite trips. The people are kind and welcoming. I bought a WiFi card so I could keep in touch with family back home. I stayed at Casa Particulares, the homes of local Cubans. I did a car tour and a walking tour of Havana. I didn't really drink, or stay out late, just to be safe. It was a wonderful trip.
Posted: November 6, 2023
Elli (28)
Netherlands
Couple travel experience
My best friend and I went to Cuba for about two weeks. You guys have to go, it was fantastic! People there very friendly and welcoming and we found it very easy to connect with our hosts from the casa particulates. Overall you feel quite safe even at night, although you have to cope with a lot of catcalling. Landscapes are awesome and there's a variety of things to do so I would recommend also for solo travellers :)
Posted: October 5, 2023Experienced: October, 2022Solo travel experience
I solo traveled to Cuba in May and loved it. It was definitely hot and humid but that was okay. Highly recommend going to Viñales in addition to Havana. In Havana, I recommend La Guarida for dinner on the rooftop during sunset. I took a day trip from Havana to Varadero beach and it was the best beach I’ve ever been to.
Posted: October 5, 2023Solo travel experience
Cuba is one of the safest countries I've had the opportunity to visit. It's one of the few Latin American countries where I rode a bicycle alone and walked alone at night and it was okay. Of course, thefts do happen in Havana. The only thing that was annoying was that everyone wanted to sell me something or take me somewhere, they pretended to be friends, suggested going out to party, and I never really knew what they were after. As for transportation, it's best to either take a bus or a collective taxi, but transportation is quite expensive. I recommend visiting Havana, Viñales, and Trinidad. Stayed in casas particulares and it turned out quite affordable.
Posted: October 4, 2023Solo travel experience
I visited Cuba for 6 days. During that time, I managed to go to Havana, Trinidad, Viñales, and Playas del Este. I traveled only with local taxis and stayed with Cubans. Cuba is extraordinary. I didn't expect it to make such an impression on me. However, one should prepare appropriately for the trip and not expect any luxuries.
Posted: October 3, 2023Solo travel experience
Cuba is amazing. Very interesting country and safe, but it can also be a bit challenging. They are going through some tough times now (as always) and there shortage of basically everything.
Posted: September 30, 2023Solo travel experience
I found Cuba to be very safe. I didn't feel fear for my safety as I have in countries like Costa Rica or Panama. The situation is very complicated in terms of the lack of basic products so you should bring your own medications and be prepared to adapt to the local food. There's always someone willing to take you on private transportation. It's a wonderful country with wonderful people.
Posted: September 15, 2023Group travel experience
I've been to Cuba twice. The second time, I spent two weeks in Varadero. I would go back. It's a wonderful country, and I felt very safe. I went out partying often, and we walked on the beach or the streets in the early hours of the morning. I never saw anything dangerous.
Posted: September 14, 2023Solo travel experience
I went in May, and I felt very safe. It's one of those trips that, despite the challenges they face, I remember with a lot of joy. If you decide to visit Cuba, don't forget to bring your personal items and a little extra to share with them. Trust me, they will appreciate it. I brought sanitary towels, hand sanitizer, pencils, powdered milk, and other things. Just try not to give it out in public, because they will gather around you. Varadero is beautiful, and Havana has its own charm.
Posted: September 13, 2023Solo travel experience
I traveled last February and felt safe at all times. It's important to take precautions as in any country. Bring everything you need for personal hygiene, including medications (if you can leave some there, they will appreciate it). Download a VPN to make reservations on Airbnb. Staying with Cubans is enriching, and they will offer you everything they have. My experience was very pleasant. Enjoyed Cuba and its people.
Posted: September 11, 2023Meet locals in Cuba
Merle
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About Me
Soy una joven de 27 años. Me gusta mucho hacer amigos de distintas partes del mundo y conocer sobre otras culturas y costumbres. A la misma vez, me encanta mi ciudad, La Habana, y enseñar sus lugares y su historia. Fui estudiante de Arqueología, mi pasatiempos son los hechos y los lugares históricos de la ciudad donde vivo, así como la arquitectura. Por otra parte, si así lo deseara, pudiese ofrecerle visitas guiadas y guía especializada a sitios de interés y a cualquier otro lugar de Cuba, según sus intereses. Pueden escribirme a mi WhatsApp +53 55829483 y con gusto kes hablaré. I am a young woman of 27 years. I really like making friends from different parts of the world and learning about other cultures and customs. At the same time, I love my city, Havana, and teaching its places and its history. I was an Archeology student, my hobbies are the historical facts and places of the city where I live, as well as architecture. I am a fan of photography, I like sports, especially martial arts. My favorite music is rock, and I love to read, especially classic and historical novels. On the other hand, if you wish, you could request guided tours and a specialized guide to places of interest and to any other place in Cuba, according to your interests. You can write to my WhatsApp +53 55829483 and I will gladly talk to you.
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Adventurous and fun I have decided to focus on myself and my well-being. Excited to keep discovering this world that we live in!
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About me
Soy una joven de 27 años. Me gusta mucho hacer amigos de distintas partes del mundo y conocer sobre otras culturas y costumbres. A la misma vez, me encanta mi ciudad, La Habana, y enseñar sus lugares y su historia. Fui estudiante de Arqueología, mi pasatiempos son los hechos y los lugares históricos de la ciudad donde vivo, así como la arquitectura. Por otra parte, si así lo deseara, pudiese ofrecerle visitas guiadas y guía especializada a sitios de interés y a cualquier otro lugar de Cuba, según sus intereses. Pueden escribirme a mi WhatsApp +53 55829483 y con gusto kes hablaré. I am a young woman of 27 years. I really like making friends from different parts of the world and learning about other cultures and customs. At the same time, I love my city, Havana, and teaching its places and its history. I was an Archeology student, my hobbies are the historical facts and places of the city where I live, as well as architecture. I am a fan of photography, I like sports, especially martial arts. My favorite music is rock, and I love to read, especially classic and historical novels. On the other hand, if you wish, you could request guided tours and a specialized guide to places of interest and to any other place in Cuba, according to your interests. You can write to my WhatsApp +53 55829483 and I will gladly talk to you.
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